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Senorm 10 MG Tablet
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Senorm 10 MG Tablet

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsHaloperidol
Description
Senorm 10 MG Tablet is an antipsychotic that is used for the treatment of schizophrenia (a brain disorder characterized by delusions, hallucinations, reduced speaking) and other mood disorders. Take this medicine at the same time regularly.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Senorm 10 MG Tablet

Hexidol 10 MG Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Normadol 10 MG Tablet
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Serenace 10 MG Tablet
Rpg Life Sciences Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Senorm 10 MG Tablet

  • Difficulty in swallowing
  • Loss of balance
  • Muscle spasm
  • Twisting of body parts
  • Shaking of hands or feet
  • Skin rash
  • Dizziness
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Blurred vision
  • Constipation
  • Weight gain

Uses of Senorm 10 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Schizophrenia
  • Tourette Syndrome
  • Psychosis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe side effects such as dizziness, difficulty in concentration, impaired judgment, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendency has been reported
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to haloperidol or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Severe central nervous system depression

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe central nervous system depression, coma, or uncontrolled seizures disorder due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

QT prolongation

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of prolonged QT intervals due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Heart diseases

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from heart diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of heart function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition. It is not recommended for use in patients with severe heart diseases.

Hyperthyroidism

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with hyperthyroidism (a condition where the thyroid gland makes too much thyroid hormones) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of the thyroid function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Glaucoma

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with glaucoma due to the increase in the fluid pressure in the eye. Inform the doctor if you have any history of eye disorder. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Use in elderly population

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in the elderly population due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Driving or operating machinery

This medicine may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe side effects such as dizziness, difficulty in concentration, impaired judgment, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine

Clozapine

Tramadol

Antihypertensives

Levodopa

Disease interactions

Dementia

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with dementia-related psychosis due to the increased risk of heart failure, pneumonia, death, etc. This risk is especially high in elderly patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered under your doctor's supervision.

Tardive Dyskinesia

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of tardive dyskinesia since it may worsen the patient's condition. This risk is especially higher in elderly patients and female patients. Therapy should be discontinued if symptoms such as uncontrolled movements involving the tongue, mouth, lips, jaws, etc. are experienced. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Seizure disorders

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with seizure disorders since it may worsen the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Liver Disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Impaired kidney function

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS)

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of a neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take this medicine exactly advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking this medicine before completion of the course/without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
This medicine works by binding to the receptors and inhibits the release of the chemical substances that cause psychotic symptoms.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Antipsychotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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